Drama & Theater Arts at University of Missouri-Kansas City
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what University of Missouri-Kansas City. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-Kansas City is in Kansas City, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 27 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
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Online Class Availability at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Online coursework is an option at University of Missouri-Kansas City. Of 14,732 students, 683 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,951 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of Missouri-Kansas City
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #104 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City
Graduates of University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Drama & Theater Arts program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,088 |
| 2 years | $33,281 |
| 3 years | $39,661 |
| 4 years | $42,266 |
| 5 years | $44,678 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City report median earnings of $42,266, compared with $75,586 for all University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City are 70% women (19) and 30% men (8).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Among the 13 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 77% were women (10) and 23% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Of the 14 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 64% were women (9) and 36% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 50% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, above the national average of 29%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Drama & Theater Arts Concentrations at University of Missouri-Kansas City
The Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Missouri-Kansas City breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 13 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 7 |
| Directing & Theatrical Production | 7 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Missouri-Kansas City work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Drama & Theater Arts graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Choreographers | $109,380 |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $109,049 |
| Musicians and Singers | $96,571 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
| Dancers | $74,180 |
| Talent Directors | $73,937 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $66,915 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | $65,049 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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